One size fits none: let communities build for themselves
How open protocols and agentic development could lead to a whole new generation of social applications.
Flipboard's browser for the open social web is out for web users today.
I joined Rabble on the Revolution.Social podcast.
A new white paper about building open communities for news.
How open protocols and agentic development could lead to a whole new generation of social applications.
Flipboard's browser for the open social web is out for web users today.
I joined Rabble on the Revolution.Social podcast.
What resource-constrained teams need to ask before writing a line of code
AI coding works now. Here's how to think about it.
A Supreme Court case about a bank robbery could redefine your digital rights.
Ben Werdmuller explores the intersection of technology, democracy, and society. Always independently published, reader-supported, and free to read.
"To avoid collateral damage, countries consider ditching giant server hubs for smaller, distributed ones—especially now that military and civilian data live side-by-side."
XOXO was completely wonderful. This site is a lovely showcase of why.
Newsrooms typically treat publishing as a one-size-fits-all broadcast. What if they tailored their work to a reader's needs and interests?
"Curiosity signals that ideas are welcome, not risky." Modeling it is a crucial part of leading a team.
For instance and community operators, "copyright’s “statutory damages” regime allows for massive, unpredictable financial liability. That’s why it’s important to limit your risk." This guide helps you to get started.
In which a defense contractor lays its anti-democratic, pro-fascist ideology bare.
How AI is affecting thinking and distribution – and why relationships are still at the heart of great teams.
"Google had already disclosed my data without telling me. There was no opportunity to contest it."
"A mantra to clarify ownership while reinforcing shared responsibility." I agree with every word.
An innocuous iPhone notifications setting could put your Signal contacts at risk.
Flock is building a national surveillance network. A protest movement is forming to tear it down.
How open protocols and agentic development could lead to a whole new generation of social applications.